Montenegro Sailing - Dubrovnik to Dubrovnik
Itinerary Notes
This itinerary may need to change due to inclement weather conditions. This decision will be made solely at your skipper's discretion, based on the safety of the group and the yacht.
When arranging your transportation, such as flights, please take into consideration the below time restrictions for joining and departing from your group. With these times, we have taken into account travel time to/from the airport in the given destination and required time for check-in or baggage collection/immigration.
Itinerary
Day 1Dubrovnik/Cavtat
Arrive in time for a 4pm welcome meeting and safety briefing. Spend the night in Croatian waters.
Please try to arrive at the meeting point before 4pm for an important group meeting where you can meet the Chief Experience Officer (CEO), skipper, and the other group members.
On our Montenegro sailing trip the G Adventures Skipper/CEO will help you make a food kitty, where 500 HRK (Croatian Kuna) per person, per week will be added to the kitty for small food items on board to cover breakfasts, lunches and the odd dinner.
Breakfasts and lunches are prepared by yourself, and most dinners are taken ashore at local restaurants.
Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative
The adventure begins today. Feel free to explore, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. Your G Representative will review the details of your tour.
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Day 2Cavtat/Herceg Novi
Spend a full day sailing south to Herceg Novi, Montenegro. The best beaches in this scenic area are only accessible by boat.
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Herceg Novi Beach Visit
If relaxing is your style, the beaches of Herceg Novi offer a great escape. There are also local mud therapy spas nearby, so test out the natural healing properties of the area's sand if you like.
Optional Activities - Day 2 HideShow
Tito's Villa Tour
15-25EUR per personVisit the Villa of Yugoslavia's larger than life president, Josip Broz Tito. Renowned for his high class tastes, he built this Villa as a luxurious getaway at one of his favorite places in Yugoslavia, Herceg Novi.
Tour the lush grounds and learn more of this bombastic politician. Depending on the time of year, visit the nearby Christian Orthodox Monastery to gain a deeper insight into the local culture.
Kotor - Tivat Inland Tour
40EUR per personTour the twin cities of Kotor and Tivat, with visits to the town of Cetinje and Lovcen National park. This tour is a perfect chance to explore inland and experience all the varied environments and historical architecture Montenegro has to offer.
Tour includes all transportation and tickets.
Day 3Herceg Novi/Budva
Sail to the Budva Riviera. Explore some of the most beautiful beaches in the area, nestled beneath the cliffs of Spas Hill. Well-known as the regional capital of nightlife, there no shortage of clubs along the seaside promenade.
Soak up the sun on the many picturesque rocky and sandy beaches of Budva, or explore the Old Town filled with history and monuments.
In the evening take your pick of the many bars and restaurants along the Riviera and enjoy a drink watching the sunset over the crystal blue waters.
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Budva Riviera Visit
With a 35km (22 mi) coast, the Budva Riviera is among the most beautiful coasts in the world. Take some time to unwind and explore the many rocky and sandy beaches, including Mogren beach nestled beneath the cliffs of Spa Hills.
Day 4Budva/Bigovo
Enjoy a day for snorkelling and swimming in the crystal-clear waters near the village of Bigovo. Enjoy the feel of this small fishing village.
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Snorkeling in Bigovo
Grab a snorkel and head to the beautiful clean waters to see what you can spot beneath the surface.
Day 5Bigovo/Kotor
Continue sailing to the ancient Mediterranean port of Kotor. Part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, enjoy the limestone cliffs overhanging this submerged river canyon.
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Kotor City Exploration
Take some time to explore this picturesque town surrounded by a walled fortress built by the Republic of Venice. Kotor has a Mediterranean feel to it and the bay offers a stunning backdrop for photographs.
Day 6Kotor/Tivat
Enjoy the town of Tivat. Opt to visit the city, the botanical gardens or a number of monuments. or just continue relaxing on its lovely beaches.
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Optional Activities - Day 6 HideShow
Tivat Botanical Gardens
Marvel in Tivat's botanical gardens. All the plants and tree species planted in the garden were gifts from Bokan sailors who brought back a wide variety of exotic species from their overseas voyages.
Buća-Luković Museum & Gallery
Get up close and personal to this former aristocratic summer residence once belonging to Kotor's Bua family. The 500-year-old fortified enclosure comes with it's own Catholic chapel, solid stone defensive towers and a gallery and ethnographical museum with fishing and farming artifacts.
Day 7Tivat/Dubrovnik
Sail back to Dubrovnik and stop by the dramatic city walls for a photo op.
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Dubrovnik City Wall Walk
Opt to take a walking tour or head out on your own to explore the city's ancient walls. A trip to Dubrovnik isn't complete without doing this 2km (1.1 mi) walk. See highlights along the way that include Fort Minceta, Fort St. John, Fort Lawrence, Fort Revelin, and St. Luke’s Tower. There are three main entrances to the city walls, the principal one located by the Inner Pile Gates.
Day 8Dubrovnik
Depart after breakfast.
If you would like extra time in Dubrovnik after the sailing journey is finished, we recommend booking extra time.
Flights need to be booked after 1pm. Our aim is to be back in Dubrovnik the evening before departure day, but depending on the weather conditions, we may only get back to Dubrovnik on the final morning.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.